Job Description
Are you looking to take the next step in your professional career as a Veterinary Surgeon? Gorey Veterinary Hospital is looking for an experienced Veterinary Surgeon to become their new Clinical Director.The RoleFull time, permanent positionSalary is €70,000-€90,000 commensurate with experience level1 weeknight and 1 in 6 weekends on-callFull funding for any PG certificates / Diplomas / PhD’s you wish to pursueEnhanced annual leave entitlement including 30 days of Annual Leave, Birthday Leave plus 5 days of CPD leave; totaling 36 days / 7.2 weeks (excluding Bank holidays)Career progression opportunitiesVCI and VDS memberships paidPaid maternity, paternity and adoptive leaveRobust benefits included (see below)ResponsibilitiesThe Clinical Director plays a key role within the practice. You would lead the practice in ensuring the best level of care is given to each animal and client. You would be a key contact in both the clinical and non-clinical aspects of running the practice, with the opportunity to develop your interests and put your own personal stamp on it.Other day-to-day duties would see you overseeing the general running of the practice with your focus being clinical work, operating and consulting. You would work with the Area Support Manager and Area Director to develop and lead the clinic’s direction.Applicant RequirementsExperienced Veterinary Surgeon registered with the VCI / RCVSDemonstrate excellent communication skills and delegate tasks to a veterinary teamProficiency in surgery, consultations, internal medicine, ECC and diagnostics requiredExcellent clinical skills with a focus on clinical excellence and best practice policiesBe a respectful, professional and courteous individualConfident in running a practice as sole chargeLeadership and management knowledge or appreciation for sameAbout UsGorey Veterinary Hospital is a mixed practice located in County Wexford. We have recently restructured our practice so that we can have a focused Small Animal team running the hospital for all our SA clients and a Large animal team dedicated to all our farm clients. Situated in the sunny southeast, famed for its vibrant markets, local community, coastal beaches and heritage history, Gorey is about 45 minutes from Dublin city. It is accessible by major roadways, train and bus. Our purpose-built hospital has two examination rooms, a dedicated operating theatre and a prep room with a separate large animal examination unit adjacent to the main building. We have on-site radiography, dentistry facilities, ultrasound, hematology and biochemistry machines.Benefits - Subject To Pro RataWe recognize that our people are fundamental to the success of our business. Investing in our staff, premises and processes is at the heart of what we do. In addition to a competitive salary, you will also benefit from:Work Life BalanceEnhanced holiday entitlementBirthday Leave (paid day off on your birthday)Focus on Employee WellbeingPaid Maternity Leave PackagePaid Paternity LeaveCycle to Work SchemeFull access to EAP and Wellbeing CentrePaid Bereavement LeaveCompany Sick PayDevelopment€1300 annual CPD allowance with 5 days paid CPD days pro rataFunding of any Certificates / Diplomas / PhD’s you may want to pursueCareer Progression Opportunities, both clinical and non-clinicalProfessional MembershipsVCI membership paidVDS cover paidAnnual Pay ReviewsDedicated CARE fund – annual contribution of €1,200 from IVC Evidensia for each Vet to use on a case of your choice to ensure successful outcome with your patient (T&Cs apply)Pawesome Benefits - reward gateway giving discounts and cashback with hundreds of retailersEmployer Pension ContributionsFree Flu InoculationsDiscounted Veterinary FeesSponsorship for Overseas EmployeesOpportunity to join company programmes (LGBTQ+, Wellbeing Champions, Nurses Committee, Clinical Board and many more)Relocation PackagesIf this role is of interest, please apply by clicking on the Apply button. For more information, please contact Shónagh Dawson on +353(0) 86 085 0891. #J-18808-Ljbffr